Developing and selling
software is hard. InfoWallet was released in 2009 after many years of
development and has had 26 revisions that added features and fixed
bugs. Making it free removes the barrier to people using it and if they
like it perhaps will send some money my way.
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Is Does it work with
Mac 10.8 (Mountain Lion), 10.9 (Mavericks), and 10.10 (Yosemite)?

Yes. However, these new
versions of the Mac OS have security settings regarding downloaded
software that may prevent the running of InfoWallet. It is easily fixed
by either Control clicking
when you open InfoWallet the first time or change the System
Preferences security setting to download
from
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Is the new 1.3.x
version a free upgrade?

Yes. The old versions
1.0, 1.1, and 1.2 will still be able to get new updates but the launch
screen won't be updated unless the entire program is upgraded. But hey,
it is free.
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Does it run on Windows RT?

No. Nothing else
does either. It does run on regular Windows 8 tablets.
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Where should I install
it?

InfoWallet is designed to be completely portable and self
contained. The InfoWallet
folder contains all of the executables for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux
and all of the data files. Any disk location that is read and writable
will work. Examples include USB flash drives, the Desktop on computers,
the Applications or Program Files folders (some computers require
administrative privileges for these folders), or file server volumes.
The simplest and most convenient place is on a USB flash drive. Unlike
most software, InfoWallet can run directly from the flash drive without
any additional installation and has a zero footprint on the host
computer. This is convenient because many companies don't allow
employees to install personal software on company computers.
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What are the important
files and how are they arranged if I need to restore anything?

Here is the file structure and
what the files are for. Everything is in the InfoWallet 1.3 folder and
that folder can be located anywhere you can run the application.
Typically that is on a USB drive, the computer Desktop, or Documents
folder. The Program Files or Applications folder on some computers
cannot be modified by the user if does not have administrative rights.
InfoWallet 1.3 folder

InfoWallet for Windows.exe
<--shortcut for the Windows executable. Open this if on Windows
InfoWallet for Macintosh <--alias for the Macintosh executable. Open
this if on Macintosh
InfoWallet for Linux <-- symlink for the Linux executable. Open this
if on Linux
ReadMe <-- Quickstart information
Info Files folder <--where the rest of the files are

User Name.ifw <--data file for
user. Important to back up
User Name Files folder <--folder for all attachments for this user.
Important to back up and keep together.

InfoWallet 1.2 folder

InfoWallet-Win.exe <--shortcut
for the Windows executable. Open this if on Windows
InfoWallet-Mac <--alias for the Macintosh executable. Open this if
on Macintosh
InfoWallet-Linux <-- symlink for the Linux executable. Open this if
on Linux
Info Files folder <--where the rest of the files are

As long as you are the only one
using the software there are no limits. The license is for
people not machines. Remember that if you use the software on a USB
drive it will work on any computer without specifically having to
install it on that computer.
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How do I backup my
data?

Select "Backup a copy..." under
the File menu. This
will prompt you to select a destination folder to save a copy of the
open Wallet file and all attachments. This is easy and it just takes
seconds to do. IMPORTANT: Keep your
.ifw file and files folder of attachments together.
Alternatively you can copy them manually or use any backup software.
Remember that the InfoWallet
folder is completely self contained so you could also copy or backup
the entire InfoWallet folder.
The other important file to backup is the LicenseKey.IW file which contains
the purchased license information.
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Can the same data
file(s) be read by each kind of computer?

Yes. Each executable
(Windows, Macintosh, Linux) will automatically know that the wallet
files are located in the Wallets
folder. This future-proofs your purchase and doesn't lock you into any
particular type of computer.
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How is the information
protected?

Your information is always encrypted and can be protected with
a password that only you know. There are several strong encryption
methods (AES, 3DES, and Blowfish) that can be chosen in the
Preferences. Security is a high priority for InfoWallet and therefore
there are no back doors for
us to get to your information. This means that it is important for you
to remember your password. Each wallet file can have a different
password and encryption method.
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What can I use for the
password?

Any word or phrase. In fact you
don't even have to use a password. Even though there are no
specific requirements on the password imposed by the software there are
a number of well accepted general guidelines for passwords. Don't use
words that can be found in the dictionary or only numbers. Don't use
your name. Mix upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special
characters such as ( ! @ # . $ % & ). A good password should be
easy for you to remember but difficult for someone else to guess.
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What if I forget my
password?

We can't help you. You
can enter a password hint to help remind you of what it might be but
there is no way we or anyone else can recover it. InfoWallet is very
secure. Some people make a backup copy under the File menu without a
password and store it is a safe deposit box or other secure location.
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Can I give a copy of
my information (i.e. wallet) to someone else?

Of course. This is your
information and it is likely that you may want others in your family to
have it. It is just a file which you can email or copy to anyone. If
the wallet file is password protected you will need to let them know
what it is. Print out sections of the information such as medications,
your profile, or even the timeline before you go to the doctor.
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Does the license ever
expire?

No. You may use this software forever and never pay us
another dime. Since all 3 major computing platforms are supported, it
is unlikely to ever become obsolete.
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What about upgrades
and updates to the software?

Updates to the software within the major versions will always
be free. The software checks for new versions automatically when
run unless you turn the checking off. Major version revisions are not
currently planned and may not be free but all updates to date have been
free.
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InfoWallet only imports vCARD
files. A text file or Excel spreadsheet (saved as a text file)
must be converted to vCARD format. This can be done in a couple of
ways. 1) The Address Book application on Macintosh and Windows can
import these kinds of text files and then export the contacts as
vCARDs. Address Book entries in Windows can be dragged and dropped onto
the Doctors, Contacts, Insurance, and Financial list window directly.
This can also be done with the Address Book on the Macintosh OS X 10.3
and 10.4. Apple changed something in 10.5 and later that prevents this.
In both Address Book applications vCARDs may be created to the computer
desktop and dragged into InfoWallet including dragging multiple vCARD
files at the same time. 2) There are also free and commercial programs
available that convert Excel or text files directly to vCARD format. A
Google search will find them.
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Can I import my
passwords from other programs such as 1Password or Excel document?

Yes. This was introduced in
version 1.3.21 This has been one of the most requested features.
Many programs offer the ability to export their data (InfoWallet does
too) to a TAB or CSV delimited text file which can be imported into the
InfoWallet Password section. If your data is in Excel you can copy and
paste into InfoWallet. Note text file format must be UTF8 encoded which
is the most common format in the United States.
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Version 1.3.x
The Check for Updates dialog box says 1.2.x instead of 1.3.x. This is a
typo. The update will be the correct version.Version 1.3.23 and later
Linux only: The header in the Timeline list and Medications report
isn't visible on some distributions. The data is visible.All versions
Pasting information into a field won't commit the information until
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Version History

1.3.26 Released November 22 2014InfoWallet
is
set
free
for all to use as Donationware! Added ability to disable
automatic checks for updates on program launch and enhanced security.
1.3.25 Released July 13, 2014 Fixed Dial by Zultys MXIE command
to handle multiple phone number formats including spaces, parenthesis,
and dial using letters as well as numbers. (555) 555-5555 and
555-555-JKLK now dial correctly.1.3.24 Released July 6, 2014 Bug fix for State menu on
multiple tabs that didn't keep the chosen state. Added new Dial by
Zultys phone feature for phone number fields on various tabs.
InfoWallet will automatically detect if Zultys MXIE (www.zultys.com) is
installed and running on Macintosh and Windows and will dial the phone
number through the phone system with just one click.1.3.23 Released May 16, 2014 Bug fixes for Timeline,
Medications Report printing, Login Assistant window sometimes wouldn't
show up. Added alert for CAPS lock down at login. Login window will now
automatically reappear if the wrong passwrod was entered. Users used ot
have to click1.3.22 Released November 10, 2013 Bug fix for sorting in
Finance section and the Login Assistant in Windows didn't correctly
work with certain special characters.1.3.21 Released January 24, 2012 Added ability to import
passwords from other programs such as 1Password and more.1.3.20 Internal build. Not released.1.3.19 Released January 15, 2012 Bug Fix for the Timeline
broken in version 1.3.18.1.3.18 Released January 13, 2012 Bug Fix CitySearch
Internet searching.1.3.17 Released November 25, 2011 Bug Fix for "Log Me In"
button in Password and Finance sections will now update info of an
existing floating window.1.3.16 Released September 17, 2011 Bug Fixes for the tool
tips messages on the Log me in buttons in Passwords and Finance,
closing the wrong window after printing the current medications report,
and a failure to prompt for saving changes when closing or quitting the
program under certain circumstances.1.3.15 Released August 27, 2011 Bug Fixes: CitySearch
changed their APIs which broke InfoWallet's Internet search function
for business lookups. This version uses the new APIs so that feature
works again. VCARD export bugs fixed. New Features: updated Login
Assistant floating window for quick access to the Password section
while in any window. Button named Login Assistant in the Password and
Financial sections relabeled to "Log me in" to better reflect what it
does. New password strength meter for Password and Financial sections
to help create better passwords.
1.3.14 Released May 15, 2011 Newly revamped Profile section for
easier entry of information and automated calculations of age. New
print report. Other minor enhancements and fixes.1.3.13 Released January 21, 2011 New major build of the
core engine. Windows executables are now digitally code signed so they
won't generate the "Unknown Publisher" dialog. Linux font and other
visuals improvement. Slight performance improvements.1.2.12 Released December 19, 2010 Information on Welcome
screen is now locked if the wallet file is locked. Only you can change
the information on the Welcome screen but it is still available for
others to view. Improved the formatting of phone numbers from the
business Internet lookup. Other misc. bug fixes and enhancements.1.2.11 Released November 25, 2010 Business Internet search
using CitySearch, new Records section for managing large numbers of
documents, bug fixs and enhancements.1.2.10 and 1.2.11 Internal builds Not released.1.2.09 Released August 9, 2010 New look and logo. Add
attachments, RSS news feed on Welcome screen, displays when records
were last updated.1.2.08 Internal new look build Not released1.1.07 Released April 12, 2010 Reduced CPU usage
introduced in version 1.1. Added Login Assistant to the Windows
version. Added vCARD import/export to Doctors, Insurance, and Financial
sections and added text export to the Passwords section. Timeline list
field has been improved. It can now be sorted and filtered (right-click
on the heading) in addition to searched. The program now remembers the
section and item the user last saved and goes to it when launched.1.1.06 Released February 9, 2010 Fixed a bug counting the
number of records for trial by capacity.1.1.05 Released February 7, 2010 Fixed a minor bug when
running under Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) that wouldn't automatically
import wallet files if clicked in the Finder. Added Login Assistant
(Mac version first but Windows will follow in the next update) 2 or 3
clicks to log into a web page. InfoWallet Picker screen revamped and
will skip through to open the default wallet file when the software is
licensed. Added the option for forever free trial mode up to 50
entries. Improved the appearance of the program. Users with the older
version of InfoWallet will see version 1.0.05 and will get all of the
new features except the Mac 10.6 bug fix and new splash screen..1.03 Released December 20, 2009 Added Reports for current
medications and statistics, multiple private fields in Financial and
Password sections, search in Help.1.02 Released November 29, 2009 Fixed a bug for non-US
date formats. The formatting of the dates should be consistent. For
example Canada uses 3 different date formats (yyyy-mm-dd, mm-dd-yyyy,
and dd-mm-yyyy). Macintosh users should use "Canada" and Windows should
use "French (Canada)" to match each other. Added statistics under the
Help menu.1.01 Released September 9, 2009 Added keyboard shortcuts
to calendar picker. Added link to the free TextMeLater.com to help in
sending reminders of appointments, birthdays, and when to take
medications to your cell phone. Improved the general appearance of the
program with new graphics. Added custom fields in Contacts, Financial,
and Passwords sections. Other minor improvements.
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